Rain is on the way for the Philadelphia area, South Jersey, and northern Delaware, with the highest chances for showers and isolated thunderstorms arriving Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly.
Early Week Outlook: Calm Before the Rain
Monday: Expect dry and mild conditions with increasing clouds late in the day.
Monday Night into Tuesday: Light rain may begin to develop, especially over Delmarva and gradually push northward.
Wednesday: Wettest Day of the Week
Rain is expected to spread across the region by Wednesday morning, particularly along and south of the I-95 corridor, affecting areas such as:
Philadelphia
Camden and South Jersey suburbs
Wilmington and northern Delaware
The rain may be accompanied by embedded thunderstorms, but no severe weather is expected. Any storms that do form could bring brief heavy downpours, which may slow morning commutes.
Rainfall Is Welcome After Dry Spell
Forecasters note that this system is not especially strong, but the rain is beneficial given the recent stretch of dry weather. Rainfall totals are not expected to be extreme, and damaging winds or hail are unlikely.
What to Expect This Week
| Day | Conditions | Rain Chance | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Dry, increasing clouds late | 0% | Calm, warm, no disruptions |
| Tuesday | Mostly cloudy, light rain late | 30% | Slight chance of scattered showers |
| Wednesday | Showers & isolated thunderstorms | 70% | Morning commute delays possible |
| Thursday | Gradual clearing | 20% | Some leftover showers possible |
How to Prepare
Allow extra time for your Wednesday morning commute.
Keep umbrellas and rain gear handy, especially if you walk or bike.
Monitor updates from local news and the NWS Mount Holly for any forecast changes.
